Barcelona faced another blow in their Champions League contest against Paris Saint-Germain at the Parc des Princes on Tuesday, as midfielder Dani Olmo was forced to leave the pitch just 25 minutes into the match. The Spain international appeared to suffer an injury after a collision, prompting his substitution by Fermín López.
Following the incident, Olmo was seen holding his groin area, which immediately raised concerns within the Barcelona coaching staff, led by Hansi Flick. While the initial assessment hinted at a muscular issue rather than an injury directly caused by the challenge, the severity and exact nature remain unclear until further medical tests are completed.
Injury woes mount for Barcelona
Olmo’s discomfort was palpable as he exited the field, casting uncertainty over his availability for upcoming fixtures. This development adds to the growing list of fitness concerns for Barcelona, who are already managing multiple absences due to injury.
The injury occurred during an intense start to the match between two European heavyweights, with both teams striving for dominance in one of the Champions League’s key group stage encounters.
Notably, Olmo was not the only player to leave the game prematurely. Earlier in the match, PSG also suffered a setback when Ousmane Dembélé was forced off due to a hamstring problem. The Ballon d’Or winner appeared injured while sprinting after a loose ball behind the Barcelona defense, slowing down abruptly and showing visible discomfort.